말이나 태도에 있어서 정보를 너무 많이 드러내지 않으려고 조심하거나 신중한
Cautious and careful in what one says or does, often to avoid revealing too much or making a firm commitment.
예문:
"The CEO offered a guarded assessment of the company's future growth during the press conference."
"He is very guarded about his personal history, rarely mentioning his childhood."
"Investors reacted with guarded optimism to the latest economic report."
경비원이나 보호 장치에 의해 보호되거나 감시를 받는
Watched over or protected by guards to prevent escape or unauthorized access.
예문:
"The high-profile prisoner was kept in a heavily guarded cell."
"Entrance to the guarded facility requires multiple levels of security clearance."
환자의 상태가 위중하지만 현재로서는 안정적이며, 회복 여부를 확신할 수 없는
Referring to a medical condition that is serious and has an uncertain outcome, even if the patient's vital signs are currently stable.
예문:
"The surgeon stated that the patient is in stable but guarded condition following the surgery."
"The hospital released a guarded prognosis for the victims of the explosion."